file----Read-Me-----.txt
notes/----Read-Me-----.txt
Location: RootDiscs, Desktop
Ransomware Research
2000USD Ransomware
2000USD is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- 2000USD
- First Seen
- June 1, 2024
How 2000USD ransomware works
File modification behavior
2000USD updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
2000USD modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- .2000USD
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, 2000USD displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with 2000USD ransomware:
- 2000USD
About this analysis
This 2000USD ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like 2000USD.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects 2000USD inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify 2000USD across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a hunt against your recovery points to confirm.